3<\/p>\n Clark declined the media after a brilliant Saturday at The OpenCredit: Getty<\/p>\n He shot a 66 on Friday to make the cut and repeated that score on Saturday\u2019s moving day to jump up the leaderboard to T14, just five strokes off second place.<\/p>\n The American, who won the 2023 US Open at Los Angeles Country Club, enjoyed a bogey-free round while recording five birdies.<\/p>\n Despite his fine performance, journalists and fans didn\u2019t get the chance to hear from the three-time PGA Tour winner afterwards.<\/p>\n Clark instead elected to bypass the media, as he is allowed to do, and head home early in preparation for Sunday\u2019s final round.<\/p>\n His decision to ignore the awaiting press comes a few days on from news that he has been suspended from Oakmont Country Club<\/a> following his US Open locker room meltdown last month.<\/p>\n Clark missed the cut at Oakmont and then went viral as images emerged of him smashing up the locker rooms at the iconic Pennsylvania course.<\/p>\n Oakmont club president John Lynch notified members earlier this week that Clark has been suspended the property until he fulfils certain obligations.<\/p>\n The letter read: \u201cSeveral of you have inquired about the situation involving Wyndham Clark<\/a> and the steps being taken in response to his recent behavior.<\/p>\n “Following multiple discussions with the USGA and the OCC Board, a decision has been made that Mr. Clark will no longer be permitted on OCC property.<\/p>\n “This decision will remain in effect unless formally reconsidered and approved by the Board.<\/p>\n 3<\/p>\n Clark admitted to causing damage to the club’s locker room in a furious rage<\/p>\n “Reinstatement would be contingent upon Mr. Clark fulfilling a number of specific conditions.<\/p>\n “Including full repayment for damages, a meaningful contribution to a charity of the Board’s choosing, and the successful completion of counselling and\/or anger management sessions.”<\/p>\n Clark has not spoken to the media at Portrush but did apologise for his actions at Oakmont<\/a>.<\/p>\n He said: “I mean, I’ve had a lot of highs and lows in my career, especially this year some lows.<\/p>\n “I made a mistake that I deeply regret. I’m very sorry for what happened.<\/p>\n “I’d also like to move on, not only for myself but for Oakmont, for the USGA and kind of focus on the rest of this year and things that come up.”<\/p>\n It’s not the first time Clark’s temper has got the better of him.<\/p>\n 3<\/p>\n Clark has impressed at Portrush but has snubbed the mediaCredit: Getty<\/p>\n His angry outburst at the PGA Championship in May left a Quail Hollow course marshal ‘scared to death’<\/a>.<\/p>\n Clark furiously launched his driver into the advertising boards behind the tee box after a poor shot on the 16th hole, nearly hitting the marshal.<\/p>\n He was again forced to apologise, saying: “I would like to sincerely apologise for my behaviour yesterday on Hole 16.<\/p>\n “As professionals, we are expected to remain professional even when frustrated and I unfortunately let my emotions get the best of my.<\/p>\n “My actions were uncalled for and completely inappropriate, making it clear that I have things I need to work on.<\/p>\n “I hold myself to a high standard, trying to always play for something bigger then myself, and yesterday I fell short of those standards. For that I am truly sorry.<\/p>\n “I promise to better the way I handle my frustration on the course going forward and hope you all can forgive me in due time.” <\/p>\n Clark’s two high-profile blow-ups have seen him go viral for the wrong reasons this summer.<\/p>\n He will hope to let his golf do the talking and keep up his good form at Portrush during Sunday\u2019s final round.<\/p>\n![\"Clark](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/wyndham-clark-united-states-11th-1011048160.jpg\")
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